California Highway Patrol, California
End of Watch Sunday, March 13, 2016
Add to My HeroesNathan Daniel Taylor
Officer Nathan Taylor succumbed to injuries sustained the previous day when he was struck by a vehicle on I-80, near Donnor Summit.
He was directing traffic at the scene of a previous accident when a vehicle suddenly changed lanes and accelerated past slowing traffic. The vehicle struck Officer Taylor, causing him to be thrown into the median. He suffered two broken legs and internal injuries. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries the following day.
Officer Taylor had served with the California Highway Patrol for six years. He is survived by his wife, three sons, parents, sister, and three brothers. One of his brothers also serves with the California Highway Patrol.
Bio
- Age 35
- Tour 6 years
- Badge 20154
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Saturday, March 12, 2016
Most Recent Reflection
View all 176 ReflectionsI miss you, brother. Eight and a half years hasn't made it much easier. I think about you every time I help someone in need. Your boys are growing up so fast! I hope you're happy and at peace where you are.
Officer Stephen Taylor
California Highway Patrol; brother.
July 12, 2024
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